How To Use Aloe To Treat Burns And Bites

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The gel extracted from the inside of aloe (Aloe vera) leaves is a cost-effective, natural way to treat a variety of summer ailments: it can be used topically for the treatment of sunburn, first and second degree burns, skin irritations or inflammation, mosquito bites, and rashes from poisonous plants.

It’s a good idea to keep a potted aloe in your kitchen. Slice open a leaf and apply the gel to the affected area, or consider keeping a lotion (look for those with a high percentage of aloe gel) or a gel product in your first aid kit. Be aware that topical use can trigger rare allergic reactions and may delay surgical wound healing. Always seek and evaluation from professional medical personnel for burns with significant blistering.

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